Multi-zone inverter heat pump air conditioner - 2, 3, 4 and 5 zone models (40 pages)
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Owner's Manual Original Instructions DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Heat Pump Condenser Models: Outdoor Unit ACIQ-24-HP32 ACIQ-36-HP32 ACIQ-48-HP32 ACIQ-60-HP32 Thank you for choosing this product.Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before operation and retain it for future reference.
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To Users Thank you for selecting product. Please read this instruction manual carefully before installing and using the product, so as to master and correctly use the product. In order to guide you to correctly install and use our product and achieve expected operating effect, we hereby instruct as below: (1) This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience...
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Exception Clauses Manufacturer will bear no responsibilities when personal injury or property loss is caused by the following reasons: Damage the product due to improper use or misuse of the product. Alter, change, maintain or use the product with other equipment without abiding by the instruction manual of manufacturer.
Contents 1 Safety Precautions ............1 2 Product Introduction ............5 2.1 Operating Range ..............5 2.2 Standard Accessories .............5 2.3 Optional Accessories..............5 3 Installation ................5 3.1 Installation Preparation ............5 3.2 Unit Installation ..............10 3.3 Electrical Installation ............19 3.4 Check after Installation ............
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7.1 General ................37 7.2 Checks to the Area ............... 37 7.3 Work Procedure ..............37 7.4 General Work Area............... 37 7.5 Checking for Presence of Refrigerant ........37 7.6 Presence of Fire Extinguisher ..........38 7.7 No Ignition Sources .............. 38 7.8 Ventilated Area ..............
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 1 Safety Precautions This product can’t be installed at corrosive, inflammable or explosive environment or the place with special requirements, such as kitchen. Otherwise, it will affect the normal operation or shorten the service life of the unit, or even cause fire hazard or serious injury.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Appliance filled with flammable magas R32. Before install the appliance, read the installation manual first. Before use the appliance, read the owner’s manual first. Before repair the appliance, read the service manual first.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner (1) Please install according to this instruction manual. Installation must be performed in accordance with the requirement of NEC and CEC by authorized personnel only. (2) Any person who is involved with working on or breaking into a refrigerant circuit...
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner (1) Do not put a finger or other objects into the air inlet or return air grill. (2) Please adopt safety protection measures before touching the refrigerant pipe; otherwise your hands may be hurt.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 2 Product Introduction 2.1 Operating Range — Cooling Heating Outdoor 5°F(-15°C)~129.2°F (54°C) -22°F (-30°C)~75.2°F (24°C) temperature 2.2 Standard Accessories Outdoor unit accessories Name Appearance Q'ty Usage To plug the unused drain...
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Selection of installation location for outdoor unit (Select a location pursuant to the following condition). (1) Noise and air flow produced by the outdoor unit will not disturb the neighbors.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Unit: inch(mm) Dimensions Model ACIQ-48-HP32 35-7/16 16-1/4 49-5/8 22-7/16 14-7/8 13-3/8 (900) (412) (1260) (570) (378) (340) ACIQ-60-HP32 NOTE: The indoor unit models that can be matched with the outdoor unit can be found on the AHRI website.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3.1.3 Diagram of Unit Installation Space and Location Diagram of installation space and location for outdoor unit (Notice: for best performance of the outdoor unit, make sure its installation space conforms to the following installation dimensions).
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 2) When two or more outdoor units are to be installed side by side. Unit: mm (mm) A,B,C — ≥300 ≥300 ≥1000 — — A,B,C,E — ≥300 ≥300 ≥1000 —...
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3) When outdoor units are installed in rows. Unit: mm (mm) ≤ 1/2H b ≥ 250 1/2H < H ≤ H b ≥ 300 > H Prohibited 3.2 Unit Installation...
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3.2.1 Outdoor Unit Installation If the outdoor unit is installed on a solid ground such as concrete, use M10 screw bolts and nuts to secure the unit and make sure the unit stands erect and level.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Do not install the air conditioner in a corrosive environment, otherwise it may shorten the life, or negatively affect the performance of the unit. Installation requirements in snowy areas: 1) Install the air conditioner on a stand which more than 20 in.(500mm) higher than the expected snow fall to prevent it from being covered by snow.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner damage during installation, maintenance and transportation. Maximum Biggest drop between Size of fitting pipe(inch) Item pipe indoor and outdoor Model length units Liquid pipe Gas pipe feet(m) feet(m) ACIQ-24-HP32 164(50) ACIQ-36-HP32 Φ3/8...
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Do not bend the pipes in an angle more than 90°. If the pipe is repeatedly bent or extended, it will become hard and difficult to be bent or extended. So do not bend or extend the pipe for more than 3 times.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3.2.2.4.1 Screw Connection Pipe diameter (inch) Tightening torque (N·m) Ф1/4 15-30 Ф3/8 35-40 Ф1/2 45-50 Ф5/8 60-65 Ф3/4 70-75 Ф7/8 80-85 3.2.3 Connection Pipe Vacuum Pumping and Leak Detection 3.2.3.1 Vacuum Pumping (1) Make sure the outlet of vacuum pump is away from fire source and is well-ventilated.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner The evacuation duration depends on the unit’s capacity, generally. Model Time(min) ACIQ-24-HP32 ACIQ-36-HP32 ACIQ-48-HP32 ACIQ-60-HP32 And verify if the pressure gauge at the low pressure side of the manifold valve assembly reads -0.1MPa, if not, it indicates there is leak somewhere.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3.2.4 Refrigerant Adding See the following table for the amount of additional refrigerant. Unnecessary Item Standard Additional refrigerant charge pipe Model pipe length amount for extra pipe length ACIQ-24-HP32 30g/m ACIQ-36-HP32 7.5m...
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner If the outdoor unit is above the indoor unit, arrange the pipeline according to the following diagram. 1) Wind the insulating tape from bottom to top. 2) The whole pipeline should be wound together to avoid water returning to the room.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3.3 Electrical Installation 3.3.1 Requirement and Notice on Electrical Installation The electrical installation for the air conditioner should observe the following requirements: ①. The electrical installation must be conducted by professionals in compliance with local laws and regulations and the instructions in this manual.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner ⑪. This outdoor unit has a heating four-way valve. 3.3.2 Electrical Parameters Maximum Fuse Minimum Power over-current Model capacity circuit ampacity supply protection 208/230V- ACIQ-24-HP32 1Ph-60Hz 208/230V- 27.7 ACIQ-36-HP32 1Ph-60Hz...
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Unit: mm(inch) How to connect the communication wires and power cords. Lead the communication wires and power cords through the insulation tube (as shown in the following figure). (1) Before working, please check whether the units are powered on.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Electrical wiring of outdoor units ACIQ-24-HP32, ACIQ-36-HP32 ACIQ-48-HP32, ACIQ-60-HP32 24V mode wiring ACIQ-24-HP32, ACIQ-36-HP32 ACIQ-48-HP32, ACIQ-60-HP32 RS485 mode wiring NOTE: Y means Compressor control signal. B which is energized under the heating mode means 4-way valve control signal.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner RS485 mode wiring is not connected to Y, B, D, L. 24V mode wiring requires all connections. NOTE: When outdoor defrosts, D of outdoor unit will send 24V signal to avoid cold winds.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Check items Possible events due to improper installation stated on the nameplate? burned. Are the wires and pipes installed The unit may fail or its components may get correctly? burned.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner ①. If you use thermostat to turn off the unit and then immediately turn the unit on again, compressor will need 3min to restart. Even if you press “ON/OFF” button on the thermostat, it won’t be started up right away.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner The following situations are not operation failures. Problem Time of occurrence Cause If the unit is running under Mist comes from high humidity, the wet air in the air During operation.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4.2 Error Code (1) If abnormal things (for example, awful smell) occur, please stop the unit immediately and disconnect power. Then contact authorized service center. If the unit continues to run in abnormal situations, it may get damaged and cause electric shock or fire hazard.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Error code Error Evaporator output tube temperature sensing bag fault Internal jumper cap fault Drive reset protection (fan drive) Internal refrigerant leakage protection Fan communication failure (fan drive) Module temperature too high (fan driven)
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4.3 Unit Maintenance (1) Only professionals are allowed to carry on daily maintenance. (2) Before contacting any wire, make sure power is cut off. (3) Do not let any inflammable objects near the unit.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner (1) Before cleaning, please make sure the unit is stopped. Cut the circuit breaker and remove the power socket, otherwise, electric shock may occur. (2) Do not wash the air conditioner with water, otherwise fire hazard or electric shock may occur.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4.3.5 Components Replacement Components are available in agency or distributors nearby. 4.4 Notice on Maintenance 4.4.1 Information on Servicing The manual shall contain specific information for service personnel who shall be instructed to undertake the following when servicing an appliance that employs a flammable refrigerant.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4.4.1.3 Checks to Electrical Devices Repair and maintenance to electrical components shall include initial safety checks and component inspection procedures. If a fault exists that could compromise safety, then no electrical supply shall be connected to the circuit until it is satisfactorily dealt with.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4.4.3 Repair to Intrinsically Safe Components Do not apply any permanent inductive or capacitance loads to the circuit without ensuring that this will not exceed the permissible voltage and current permitted for the equipment in use.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner practice that all refrigerants are recovered safely. Prior to the task being carried out, an oil and refrigerant sample shall be taken in case analysis is required prior to reuse of reclaimed refrigerant. It is essential that electrical power is available before the task is commenced: Become familiar with the equipment and its operation.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4.4.8 Recovery When removing refrigerant from a system, either for servicing or decommissioning, it is recommended good practice that all refrigerants are removed safely. When transferring refrigerant into cylinders, ensure that only appropriate refrigerant recovery cylinders are employed.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Examples for such working procedures are: Breaking into the refrigerating circuit; Opening of sealed components; Opening of ventilated enclosures. 6 Transportation, Marking and Storage for Units that Employ Flammable Refrigerants 6.1 General...
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 6.5 Storage of Equipment / Appliances The storage of the appliance should be in accordance with the applicable regulations or instructions, whichever is more stringent. 6.6 Storage of Packed (Unsold) Equipment...
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner intrinsically safe. 7.6 Presence of Fire Extinguisher If any hot work is to be conducted on the refrigerating equipment or any associated parts, appropriate fire extinguishing equipment shall be available to hand.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner If an indirect refrigerating circuit is being used, the secondary circuit shall be checked for the presence of refrigerant; Marking to the equipment continues to be visible and legible. Markings and signs that are illegible shall be corrected;...
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner compliance with national and local codes and standards, such as ASHRAE 15, ASHRAE 15.2, IAPMO Uniform Mechanical Code, ICC International Mechanical Code, or CSA B52. All field joints shall be accessible for inspection prior to being covered or enclosed;...
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner re-calibration. (Detection equipment shall be calibrated in a refrigerant-free area.) Ensure that the detector is not a potential source of ignition and is suitable for the refrigerant used. Leak detection equipment shall be set at a percentage of the LFL of the refrigerant and shall be calibrated to the refrigerant employed, and the appropriate percentage of gas (25 % maximum) is confirmed.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner For appliances containing flammable refrigerants, refrigerants purging shall be achieved by breaking the vacuum in the system with oxygen-free nitrogen and continuing to fill until the working pressure is achieved, then venting to atmosphere, and finally pulling down to a vacuum (optional for A2L).
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Become familiar with the equipment and its operation) Isolate system electrically. Before attempting the procedure, ensure that: 1) Mechanical handling equipment is available, if required, for handling refrigerant cylinders; 2) All personal protective equipment is available and being used correctly;...
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner refrigerant recovery cylinders are employed. Ensure that the correct number of cylinders for holding the total system charge is available. All cylinders to be used are designated for the recovered refrigerant and labelled for that refrigerant (i.e.special cylinders for the recovery of refrigerant).
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